Origin
Windham, OH
Late night in Windham on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Windham, OH to Cleveland, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
47.6 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Windham, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Windham to Cleveland, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 47.6 miles. This route typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes to complete, making it a highly efficient day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your fuel budget for the excursion is approximately $7, which keeps the trip cost-effective. Navigating through Ohio, you will rely on the Ohio Turnpike, I-480, and the Outerbelt South Freeway to reach your destination. Because the entire route stays within the Midwest, the transition from Windham’s quiet surroundings to Cleveland’s urban environment is seamless and predictable.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 480 | 11.2 mi | 13m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 8.2 mi | 10m |
| Ohio Turnpike | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Willow Freeway | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| West Center Street | 5 mi | 8m |
| Richfield Hudson Road | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| SR 44 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 480
— 11.2 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windham, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on SR 303
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West Center Street
2
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 303
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Richfield Hudson Road
3
Turn right onto SR 44
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
SR 44
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 80 West: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 80
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 187
Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
this road
Toward I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 480; SR 14
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 480; SR 14
10
Continue on I 271; I 480
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
13
Take the exit
470 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 77
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward East 14th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East 14th Street
19
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
20
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
East 9th Street
22
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
23
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the right lane.
24
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Windham, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 46 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
10.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 West: Cleveland
9
16.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 187
Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
8
31.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
8
39.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
8
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.39 one way
$14.77 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.20 | $16.40 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.31
Ohio Turnpike
(6.2 mi)
$0.31
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Late night in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is a classic highway-focused experience, with 73% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will find that the road is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely cruising, as you transition between the Ohio Turnpike and the freeway system. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 11.2-mile segment on I-480, which allows you to settle into a steady pace. Expect a functional, fast-moving commute that prioritizes speed over scenic detours. Being behind the wheel here is purely about the mechanics of highway travel, offering a consistent driving experience from start to finish.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.2 mi on I 480.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 480 and Outerbelt South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.6 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,225 ft
648 ft
Total Climb
320 ft
Total Descent
637 ft
Highest Point
1,225 ft
~10.2 mi in
Elevation Range
577 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Windham, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Streetsboro along the way.
Streetsboro
16.8 mi in
|
~25m
About the Cities
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
Full guide →Cleveland is a culturally diverse city on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, USA. Recreational, cultural and educational opportunities are abundant throughout Northeast Ohio. You'll find world-class museums, cultural events, professional sports, and amusement parks.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 47.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.2 miles on I 480. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.31 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Cleveland, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cleveland, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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